SmilesNoir

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  1. Why Does Everyone Hate Florida So Much??

    SmilesNoir replied to natkoz82's topic in Florida Nursing

    I live in the Bay too. It's so freakin cold. I've lived here for 6 yrs. I cant wait to shread my coat.. Main reason I left up north.. no coats.. I cant wait for the jobs to come back to Florida too.....

  2. Is anyone working 3rd shift and attending LPN school,dayshift?

    SmilesNoir replied to SmilesNoir's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I appreciate your feedback. I had an epiphany last week. I dont think, 3rd shift will be doable for me and nursing school. I am working hard to find a 2nd shift job. The dismissed part is harsh. But,...

  3. Is anyone working 3rd shift and attending LPN school,dayshift?

    SmilesNoir posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am attending school soon. I've been looking for a 2nd shift job. When I was younger. I work 3rd shift and attended college. Thiswas for a year only or so! Now, I'm older. This is a 2nd...

  4. Is anyone working 3rd shift and attending LPN school,dayshift?

    SmilesNoir replied to SmilesNoir's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Folks are telling that you need to leave this job. This is true. The folks on this job are loo loo heads. If another 3rd shift opp comes avail..hmm, will it be doable.. Like you've said it doable...

  5. Is anyone working 3rd shift and attending LPN school,dayshift?

    SmilesNoir replied to SmilesNoir's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm looking for anything after school hours. Classes are 730am to 130p,M-F. My current position is a temp job. So, I think it will be non existent in a month. I'm single too with no

  6. Is anyone working 3rd shift and attending LPN school,dayshift?

    SmilesNoir replied to SmilesNoir's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would sleep before work and study after class. Like I said I'm looking for a 2nd shift position or weekend

  7. What Can you Tell Me About Homestead Florida

    SmilesNoir replied to zoni56's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hey! HEY! LOL!.. Leave Waffle House out of this convo.. WH is up north too.. So,it is not descript of a "southern" living! to the OP, I say come and see for yourself. I tell folks dont move to FLA...

  8. Army Nurse?

    SmilesNoir replied to J4865's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Here is another option than military. Public Health Corps

  9. TEAS EXAM: I failed...Anyone take it with some advice?

    SmilesNoir replied to karenroxx's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    https://allnurses.com/fl-nursing-programs/teas-test-prep-399551.html www.amazon.com/McGraw-Hills-Nursing-School-Entrance-Exams/dp/0071599371 I borrowed this book from the library after the fact. The...

  10. Nobody Likes A Tattle Tail

    SmilesNoir replied to sassyrn333's topic in General Nursing

    OP thank you for starting this thread.. *smh* I'm starting to get some clarity on

  11. The Medicare/Home Health Mess in Dade County

    SmilesNoir replied to alain_johns's topic in Florida Nursing

    I would contact my senator or US House rep and ask if this is true. Also, I would write Medicare up in DC and ask the same questions.. The labor board in your county might be able to help. If it is...

  12. LPNs in FL. Please help!!!!

    SmilesNoir replied to VM85's topic in Florida Nursing

    Yes, I saw the news on Pinellas county deficit. I would not want to work jail. But, if she wants to make near her up north wages.. If PCSO is hiring, it's the closest thing to it. Yes, State workers...

  13. LPNs in FL. Please help!!!!

    SmilesNoir replied to VM85's topic in Florida Nursing

    They consider you a new nurse per reading on here and elsewhere w/ less than 1.5 yr. I really thought someone else would come in here and give a different prospective about job situation. I was hoping...

  14. LPNs in FL. Please help!!!!

    SmilesNoir replied to VM85's topic in Florida Nursing

    Research! Research before moving to Florida. There is a recession in Florida, really everywhere. Florida wages have been bastardize in all fields. South Fla I've heard is worst. I could be wrong. I...

  15. Private Loans

    SmilesNoir replied to DreamyEyes's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    FYI.. Only take what you need from a private loan company. It is truly different from federal loans. I worked as a student loan collector,recently. Banks want their money.. deferments are not an...

  16. PTEC St. Pete vs. Galen Tampa Bay...Driving myself crazy!

    SmilesNoir replied to mandamarie29's topic in Florida Nursing

    No you will not be the oldest in the room. I saw alot of gray hair. (nothing is wrong with gray hair.. just an observation) ..I think, the evening classes probably have more older adults per those...

  17. PTEC St. Pete vs. Galen Tampa Bay...Driving myself crazy!

    SmilesNoir replied to mandamarie29's topic in Florida Nursing

    Erwin is not all young folks. Trust and Believe I went to orientation last May 2009. Most of us were mid 30's. We are career changers to just starting life folks.. good luck on your

  18. Quit?

    SmilesNoir replied to Howdie's topic in General Nursing

    I would not quit. Not a nurse. but you might be able to file unemployment under the new extension rules.. start looking for a new job.. good

  19. TEAS test

    SmilesNoir replied to NCMama's topic in General Nursing

    yes, the McGraw really does help.. You can get it from the

  20. Tampabay nurses

    SmilesNoir replied to SmilesNoir's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hi, I'm not a nurse yet. I start nursing school in the new yr. Try these websites https://www.employflorida.com/ indeed.com put in ur zip code I think this is your one stop career center.. One-Stop...

  21. Tampabay nurses

    SmilesNoir posted a topic in Florida Nursing

    RN's and LPN's have you look on Craigs list for jobs. I've seen some job ads @ mental health facilities and agency work. Pasco, Pinellas, Hills,

  22. Teas test prep

    SmilesNoir replied to SmilesNoir's topic in Florida Nursing

    The science part of McGraw is great. You'll appreciate

  23. TEAS test

    SmilesNoir replied to NCMama's topic in General Nursing

    Get the McGraw Nursing test book.. google on AN to find the

  24. Teas test prep

    SmilesNoir replied to SmilesNoir's topic in Florida Nursing

    i took the test in May 09. I start ns in

  25. LVN Student going to Graduate this weekend

    SmilesNoir replied to Hanna0225's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats!